Reflection – Sweeney's Blogs

Let me introduce you to “Memory Stuttering”

July 13, 2026May 30, 2026James Sweeney

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We’ve talked a lot about stuttering on the page over the last seven years; however, today, I wanted to do something a little different…

While there are lots of different forms and experiences of stuttering, a couple of years ago I came up with my own phrase for something I’d noticed in my life: “memory stuttering.”

Now, before we go any further, this isn’t an official speech therapy term or anything like that. It’s simply the name I gave to a pattern I’d started noticing. So, let’s take a look at what this means.

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What’s something that’s made you smile lately?

July 11, 2026May 25, 2026James Sweeney

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Happiness is a topic that I’ve loved exploring more on the page over the last couple of years. It’s one of those areas that we can approach in so many ways, and it’s such an important one to chat about. So, with that in mind, it’s what we’re going to be looking at today.

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We’re nearly halfway through 2026 🤯

June 29, 2026June 26, 2026James Sweeney

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We’re very quickly approaching the end of June (he says with only two days to spare). How that has happened so fast, I’ll never know.

This got me thinking the other day, and I came up with a couple of questions that I wanted to ask you today. So, let’s get cracking and see what they have in store.

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Three books I’ve loved recently

June 13, 2026James Sweeney

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I hope you’re having a lovely start to the weekend 🙂

I love my books; however, I only realised a few months back that I don’t chat about them on the page as much as I probably should. So, with that in mind, a message I sent some of my cousins lately has given me the idea for today’s blog – a spotlight on some of the books I’ve been enjoying lately, and why.

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Let’s have a chat…

June 8, 2026May 25, 2026James Sweeney

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How’s your week started off?

When I first started Sweeney’s Blogs back in 2019, I made a promise to myself and to all of you who read the content I share here on the page: to be as open and honest as I can with my writing.

With that in mind, let’s go back to the basics and have an honest chat today.

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The Origins of the Sweeney Family

June 6, 2026James Sweeney

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I want to do something a little different for today’s blog – I want to take you on an adventure. I want to tell a story. The story of the Sweeney family, and a little bit about where we came from, all those years ago.

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Sometimes, things don’t go according to plan

June 1, 2026May 29, 2026James Sweeney

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What’s a life lesson that you’ve been reminded of recently?

I only ask that question, as it’s something that’s been on my mind lately, and I’ll tell you for why, in a little story about how things don’t always go according to plan, but how that is 100% okay. Let’s take a closer look at what I mean.

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Happy Bank Holiday Weekend ☀️

May 23, 2026James Sweeney

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How’s your weekend started off?

Here in the UK, it’s the start of the May Bank Holiday weekend, and somehow the sunshine has arrived right on cue. This gave me a lovely idea for a chilled-out blog, which is what we’ll be taking a look at today.

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Fancy a cuppa?

May 18, 2026May 13, 2026James Sweeney

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Do you fancy a cup of tea?

It’s a simple question at first glance; however, when you delve a little deeper, there’s a certain beauty and limitless potential in it. This is exactly what we’re going to be taking a look at today, as we explore how tea can create connection, encourage communication, and help people unwind.

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Let’s talk about photos…

May 11, 2026May 2, 2026James Sweeney

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What’s a photo you’ve got or had taken that always brings a memory to mind?

When I was thinking about what to write today’s blog on, a random idea came to mind – why not talk about photos, how I use them when writing posts and why I’ve started taking more and more of them in recent years. So, that’s exactly what we’re going to do.

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An open conversation about male mental health…

April 18, 2026April 18, 2026James Sweeney

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On Monday, I had the pleasure of driving to Cardiff to take part in a fantastic project led by my friend Fin and his business, Proteus Digital. Let’s take a closer look at this project and the difference we’re hoping to make in today’s blog.

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How do you reflect on your life?

April 11, 2026April 9, 2026James Sweeney

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What’s something that’s brought a smile to your face lately?

I love asking questions like this – ones which genuinely make you stop, pause and reflect on the beautiful mystery that is each of our lives. We’re going to be following that train of thought in today’s blog, as I fancy doing something a little bit different.

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We’re nearly a quarter of the way through 2026!

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026James Sweeney

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How’s your day started off?

We’re rapidly approaching the end of the first quarter of 2026. Can you believe it? We’re going to be taking a look at some of the ways you can reflect on the last couple of months, as well as how you can look ahead in the best way for the spring and summer months to come.

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Arlington – a truly remarkable place

March 21, 2026February 18, 2026James Sweeney

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While in Washington DC last year, I decided to visit the Arlington National Cemetery during one of my final visits of the holiday, and what a fantastic tribute it is. We’re going to take a look at my thoughts about this respectful and peaceful place in today’s blog.

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A Kitt in the Wild

March 16, 2026January 28, 2026James Sweeney

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A couple of months back, I was in London, having a catch-up with some friends, when I came across one of my friends, Zak’s, products from his business in person. We’re going to take a look at this little story and why we should all support our friends where we can today.

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